Heat dome brings dangerous temperatures. Here's how to stay safe
A severe heat dome is impacting North America, with experts warning of dangerous temperatures and the limitations of using fans in extreme heat. Health officials advise that fans can become counterproductive when indoor temperatures exceed body temperature, acting like a convection oven.
Why it matters
Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent, and understanding proper cooling techniques is critical for public health and safety.
A wide swath of North America, including southern Ontario and parts of Quebec , is expected to see temperatures climb into the mid-30s and low 40s as a high-pressure system settles over many cities. Those are far from ideal conditions for a critical World Cup game . Worse, the heat is not expected to ease until the end of the week.
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